Intraoral Camera Imaging in San Francisco
Ever wish you could see exactly what your dentist sees? At Financial District Dentistry, our intraoral camera lets us show you close-up, real-time images of your teeth and gums right on screen, making it easier to understand your oral health and treatment options.
What Is an Intraoral Camera?
An intraoral camera is a small, pen-sized camera that captures close-up photos inside your mouth. Unlike dental X-rays, it doesn’t use radiation — it simply takes clear visual images of tooth surfaces, gums, and restorations that we can review together during your visit.
What Can an Intraoral Camera Show?
The camera can reveal visible cavities, cracked or chipped teeth, early signs of gum disease, wear from grinding, aging dental work, and areas where plaque or hygiene challenges need attention. Because you can see exactly what we see, it’s easier to understand why a certain treatment is recommended.
Intraoral Camera vs. Dental X-Rays
These two tools work together, not as substitutes for one another. An intraoral camera captures surface-level images of teeth and gums, while X-rays reveal what’s happening beneath the surface — roots, bone, and hidden decay. Using both gives our dentists a complete picture of your oral health.
How Intraoral Cameras Support Your Care
Beyond diagnosis, intraoral images help track changes over time, monitor how well your oral hygiene routine is working, and document before-and-after results for restorative and cosmetic treatment. If you’re considering veneers or other cosmetic work, these images can also help with treatment planning.
What to Expect During an Exam
The process is quick, comfortable, and non-invasive. Our team gently moves the small camera around your mouth to capture images, which appear instantly on a monitor so we can walk through any findings with you together.
Cost of Intraoral Camera Imaging
Intraoral camera imaging is often included as part of a comprehensive exam. Visit our Financial Information page for details on insurance and payment options, or call (415) 399-9999 with questions.
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Intraoral Camera FAQs
What is an intraoral camera?
An intraoral camera is a small dental camera used to capture close-up images inside your mouth, helping your dentist show you teeth, gums, and problem areas on screen.
Does an intraoral camera use radiation?
No. It takes visual photographs only and doesn’t use radiation, unlike dental X-rays.
Is an intraoral camera the same as a dental X-ray?
No. An intraoral camera shows surface-level images of teeth and gums, while X-rays reveal internal structures like roots and bone.
Does intraoral camera imaging hurt?
No, the process is quick, comfortable, and non-invasive.
Why do dentists use intraoral cameras?
They improve diagnosis, patient education, and treatment planning by letting patients see exactly what the dentist sees.
Can intraoral photos help track treatment progress?
Yes, images can be compared over time to monitor whether treatment or improved hygiene habits are working.
Where can I get intraoral camera imaging in San Francisco?
Financial District Dentistry provides intraoral camera imaging at our downtown office. Call (415) 399-9999 to schedule an appointment.
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